Does Lt. Surge's Fearow have positive grading EV?

Based on current pricing, our model estimates a negative grading EV of $-11.50 for Lt. Surge's Fearow — grading costs currently exceed the estimated PSA-10 premium. This is a model estimate based on historical data, not investment advice.

What is the estimated grading EV for Lt. Surge's Fearow?

Our model estimates approximately -18% return after grading costs, based on historical grade distributions and recent sold comps. Raw price: $40.18, estimated grading cost: ~$22.00, estimated EV: $-11.50. Estimates are informational, not investment advice; trading cards are not securities.

Should You Grade Lt. Surge's Fearow?

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Estimated grading EV negative

Current grading costs exceed model estimate of PSA 10 premium

Expected Value

Raw price$40.18

Grading cost~$22.00

Blended EV$28.68

Estimated profit$-11.50

Estimated return-18%

Break-even sell price$51.68

Profit by Grade

PSA 6 $29.41 $-32.77 (-53%)

PSA 7 $44.68 $-17.50 (-28%)